Obstructive sleep apnea can cause many sleep issues and health concerns. One of the most common causes of sleep apnea is anatomical issues that create a narrow airway or a small mouth.
Luckily, these issues can be corrected by a dentist or orthodontist who practices sleep dentistry. At Pickens Family Dentistry we offer airway orthodontics to help correct and resolve sleep apnea issues. While some obstructive sleep apnea treatment options, like CPAP machines, only treat the symptoms of sleep apnea.
Dr. Pickens can help provide solutions for the root cause of your sleep apnea. Call us today to meet with our dentist and get the treatment you need!
Orthodontic Treatment Isn’t Just for Looks
Many people often think that orthodontic treatments are just for fixing teeth and gaining a perfect smile. While orthodontics does improve your physical appearance, there is also another reason you might need orthodontic treatment.
Other Reasons for Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic treatment can be used to treat or prevent teeth grinding, facial imbalance, teeth clenching, and misaligned teeth. Airway orthodontics is also another type of orthodontics that is focused on helping to realign the jaw for better breathing and oxygen flow.
Orthodontics can enhance airway space, alleviating sleep apnea symptoms by addressing underlying structural issues and improving nighttime breathing.
Benefits of Airway Orthodontics:
- No more struggling to breathe while you sleep
- Enjoy overall improved health
- Eliminate the need for braces later or minimize the intensity of braces treatment
- Promote healthy facial development
- Reduce or eliminate the need for jaw surgery (due to TMJ disorder)
- Breathe better and feel better
Call Today to Find Out More about Airway Orthodontics
Struggling to get quality sleep can be very frustrating. We offer great solutions in airway orthodontics. If you or a loved one would benefit from airway orthodontics, please call! We will help determine the right mode of treatment for your sleep apnea.
